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N23 XFL

1996 Honda Fireblade

Yellow Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,195 mi
Last recorded22,195 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda Fireblade26,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 XFL
MakeHonda
ModelFireblade
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2014 22,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front ns brake slight bind

puncture repair rear tyre

Fail 30 Aug 2014 22,164 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

puncture repair rear tyre

Pass 1 May 2013 20,120 miles

front discs worn

o/s fork seal weaping

Pass 4 Oct 2012 18,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

play in buttons front discs

Fail 22 Sep 2012 18,108 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

incorect discs fitted pads can meet

Pass 22 Sep 2010 14,524 miles

chain loose

front brake slight bind

v/slight play headset bearings

Pass 2 Oct 2009 11,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Fireblade?

Based on 10,512 MOT tests across 945 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
634
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
945
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 75
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 72
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
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N23 XFL is a 1996 Honda Fireblade in Yellow with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda Fireblade models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 26,614 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Fireblade fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N23 XFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Fireblade typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Fireblade is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N23 XFL registered?

N23 XFL is a 1996 Honda Fireblade, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N23 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 XFL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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